Record attendance boosts global sport seller confidence
July 2026 1100
The FIFA World Cup 2026 is firing on all cylinders, and just days after the opening ceremony, the tournament has already cemented its place in history by shatte...
World Cup spurs multi-destination family travel
July 2026 903
TTN catches up with Sarah Pickford, an award-winning, top 10 global Travel Counsellors agent based in Dubai, to discuss how her team is helping regional fans na...
DW Travel on the complex logistics of FIFA 2026
July 2026 917
As the FIFA World Cup 2026 continues to draw global headlines, the spotlight is shifting toward the logistical precision required to move fans across three host...
Setting a new benchmark for digital border management
July 2026 993
As the FIFA World Cup kicks off across the United States, Canada and Mexico, the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) presents its latest research, “FIFA W...
Pitch-perfect plates and FIFA action
July 2026 1143
As football fever officially takes over the region, the hunt for the ultimate match-day vantage point is on. For the upcoming FIFA tournament, fans across the r...
World Cup travel demand is shifting fast, industry racing to keep pace
July 2026 1805
Recent reporting shows a mixed travel demand picture across host cities: Short term rental bookings are rising sharply in several markets, while hotel demand ha...
From ambition to execution
July 2026 771
The recently concluded Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) Riyadh served as a powerful showcase of stability, maturity and structural realism in the Middle East's t...
New Madrid connection to increase Saudi visitors
July 2026 744
In a significant expansion of its newly launched global network, Riyadh Air has announced it will commence direct flights between Riyadh and Madrid starting Jul...
Global tour operators unite in Barbados for Connect 2026
July 2026 692
Barbados welcomed the world as delegates arrived for Connect Barbados 2026, the Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc’s (BTMI) premier business-to-business tourism con...
ATM 2026 to highlight Dubai’s tourism strength
July 2026 1250
Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026 will highlight Dubai’s resilience and global tourism leadership as the event returns from September 14 to 17, 2026 at Dubai Wor...
WTE Miami puts the travel advisor at the centre of 2026 show
July 2026 688
The evolving role of the travel agent will take centre stage this autumn as WTE Miami 2026 structures its entire executive lineup around the theme, Travel Advis...
Bahrain makes history as first-time host of UFI Global Congress
July 2026 542
The Kingdom of Bahrain is set to take centre stage for the global meetings and incentives industry as it prepares to host the 93rd UFI Global Congress for the f...
Summer of cool content
July 2026 928
The mid-year landscape is marked by a significant momentum across the global hospitality sector as major brands and independent properties ramp up their portfol...
NCL’s private island transformation hits new milestone
July 2026 973
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) is set to redefine family travel this year with the grand opening of the highly anticipated Great Tides Waterpark on its private isl...
Legend of the Seas sets a new benchmark for family cruises
July 2026 724
Royal Caribbean’s latest ship to sail the sea and the third addition to its revolutionary Icon Class, Legend of the Seas, is expected to deliver an all-encompas...
MSC Cruises redefines wellness at sea
July 2026 679
MSC Cruises has introduced a new era of wellness at sea, as travellers increasingly prioritise health, self-care and personal wellbeing.Launching across the fle...
Explora Journeys announces Alaskan experience
July 2026 629
As anticipation builds for the launch of EXPLORA III, Explora Journeys has announced its debut in Alaska from May to September 2027 aboard the vessel. The inaug...
Disney Believe announced as next Disney Cruise Line ship
July 2026 849
New details about the next Disney Cruise Line ship, Disney Believe, were announced at the 2026 Walt Disney Company Annual Shareholders Meeting by Chief Executiv...
An extraordinary journey to Antarctica
July 2026 7117
Lakshmi Durai, CEO of CRUISEXPLORE, has returned from an extraordinary Antarctica expedition aboard the Ocean Explorer with Quark Expeditions, offering an in-de...
Cruise Master expands expedition portfolio
July 2026 561
Cruise Master, the leading cruise agency in the Middle East, has added Lindblad Expeditions to its growing portfolio of cruise partners.A pioneer in expedition ...
Seabourn Quest boasts reimagined spaces
July 2026 632
Seabourn’s award-winning Seabourn Quest has emerged from drydock with the most comprehensive interior update in the line's history. Enhancements across suites, ...
Riyadh Air launches Dubai service
July 2026 646
Saudi Arabia's new national carrier, Riyadh Air, has continued its rapid expansion with the launch of direct flights to Cairo, its fourth destination in just ov...
flyadeal ranked most punctual airline
July 2026 506
flyadeal, the Saudia Group’s fast-growing low fare carrier, has been ranked the most on-time airline in the Middle East for May 2026 and the second most on-time...
Bavarian-Arab Society opens office at Munich Airport
July 2026 562
The Bavarian-Arab Society has established a unique contact point for Arab travellers by opening its office at Munich Airport.The initiative aims to build a last...
MarketHub Americas focuses on key trends
July 2026 572
HBX Group, a leading B2B travel technology marketplace, successfully hosted MarketHub Americas 2026 in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, from June 23 to 26 under ...
Juniper completes DerbySoft acquisition
July 2026 584
DerbySoft Group, a global leader in high-performance connectivity and distribution for the travel industry, and Juniper Group, an operating group of Vela Softwa...
Rotana enters ski resort segment
July 2026 582
Rotana, one of the leading hotel management companies in the Middle East, Africa, Eastern Europe and Türkiye, has announced the signing of Gudauri Ski Resort in...
Ray by Cloud 7 opens in Kuwait
July 2026 548
A new lifestyle escape has arrived in Kuwait as Ray by Cloud 7 officially opens its doors in Mangaf, bringing together modern design, relaxed coastal living, cu...
Italy's luxury hospitality renaissance
July 2026 594
Italy’s hospitality landscape is undergoing a significant transformation. Long celebrated for its heritage and craftsmanship, the country is now seeing unpreced...
Serbia invites the GCC to Expo 2027 Belgrade
July 2026 818
Serbia has always been a crossroads. For centuries, trade routes, empires and cultures converged here, leaving behind a country that is neither fully Eastern no...
Syria boosts tourism recovery efforts
July 2026 666
Syria’s Ministry of Tourism has officially launched the 2026 summer tourism season in the presence of President Ahmad al-Sharaa, as part of ongoing efforts to r...
Technology, innovation to headline FHS events this year
July 2026 1470
Technology and innovation are among the key themes at both editions of the Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) 2026: FHS Saudi Arabia, concluded 22-24 June in Riyad...
Rosewood Abu Dhabi
July 2026 697
Rosewood Abu Dhabi and Abu Dhabi Hospitality Academy - Les Roches have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to support the development of future hospitali...
Department of Culture and Tourism
July 2026 749
Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi hosted a C-level trade delegation from India to strengthen partnerships and drive future tourism growth. The visit...
Etihad Airways
July 2026 663
Etihad Airways and Condor have expanded their strategic partnership with a new frequent flyer agreement and the launch of Condor’s Bangkok - Abu Dhabi service. ...
The Dubai Esports & Games Festival (DEF) 2026
July 2026 521
The Dubai Esports & Games Festival (DEF) 2026 highlighted the growing role of women in gaming through its flagship GameExpo event, which attracted thousands...
Minor Hotels
July 2026 650
Minor Hotels has announced the development of Avani Kyoto, marking the Avani brand’s debut in Japan. Scheduled to open in 2030, the 240-room hotel is being deve...
Jumeirah
July 2026 651
Jumeirah marked World Sea Turtle Day by releasing 23 rehabilitated sea turtles into the Arabian Gulf, including Foxy, a green turtle fitted with a satellite tra...
Final Rentals
July 2026 476
Final Rentals has expanded its Gulf operations through a strategic partnership with AUTORENT, gaining access to a fleet of more than 13,000 vehicles across the ...
Oman Air
July 2026 669
Oman Air has won the 2026 APEX Best Award for Best Seat Comfort in the Middle East, marking its third victory in the category after previous wins in 2024 and 20...
Sound as a brand asset in hospitality
July 2026 723
Walk into any luxury hotel lobby today and the visual cues are impeccably curated. From the plush upholstery to the custom scent drifting from the vents, everyt...
Jha to lead Anantara Downtown Dubai
July 2026 1370
Anantara Downtown Dubai Hotel has appointed Manish Jha as General Manager. He brings more than 20 years of luxury hospitality experience. Most recently, Jha ser...
dnata Travel Group names new VP
July 2026 526
dnata Travel Group has appointed Maura Geertsma as Divisional Vice President, Corporate Travel. She brings more than 20 years of international experience across...
Kerzner appoints Global MICE Director
July 2026 531
Kerzner International has appointed Natalie Slavikova as Global Director, MICE. She brings more than 15 years of luxury hospitality experience. Slavikova has he...
Langham appoints EMEA Development Head
July 2026 539
Langham Hospitality Group has appointed Josh Littman as Head of Development - EMEA. He brings more than 20 years of experience in hospitality development, inves...
DoubleTree Dubai appoints Executive Chef
July 2026 557
DoubleTree by Hilton Dubai M Square Hotel & Residences has appointed Chef Ozden Erkmen as Executive Chef. He brings more than 10 years of international culi...
RLA Global appoints new Director
July 2026 533
RLA Global has appointed Alejandra Resa Abad as Director. She brings more than 10 years of experience across strategic consulting, feasibility advisory, and lux...
Roberto Alvo elected IATA Chair
July 2026 546
IATA has appointed Roberto Alvo, CEO of LATAM Airlines Group, as Chair of its Board of Directors. He brings more than 25 years of aviation industry experience. ...
RoyalJet names new Vice-President
July 2026 527
RoyalJet has appointed Ashok Kumar as Vice-President for Resources and Transformation. He brings more than 30 years of experience in aviation, finance, and corp...
Roger Nader promoted at Jannah
July 2026 448
Jannah Hotels & Resorts has promoted Roger Nader to Cluster General Manager for EDGE and Jannah Ras Al Khaimah. He brings more than 20 years of regional hos...
Shangri-La Jeddah names new Director
July 2026 516
Shangri-La Jeddah has appointed Lina Khan as Director of Marketing & Communications. She brings extensive experience across luxury hospitality, corporate co...
Chris Reynolds joins The Eastside Rooms
July 2026 560
The Eastside Rooms has appointed Chris Reynolds as Business Development Director. He brings extensive experience across hospitality, events, and business develo...
Refai joins United Hospitality
July 2026 556
United Hospitality Management has appointed Shadi Refai as Cluster General Manager for Arabella Beach Hotel Kuwait, Vignette Collection by IHG, and a soon-to-op...
Virtuoso names AGM
July 2026 544
Virtuoso has appointed Kara Glamore as General Manager, Australia & New Zealand. She brings 20 years of sales and marketing leadership experience. Most rece...